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$117+ Cheap flights from Fresno to San Francisco (FAT - SFO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FAT — SFO
Dec 23 — Dec 301
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The best prices from Fresno Airterminal to San Francisco are usually found in March or April, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Fresno to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fresno (FAT) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$166
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$117
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$289
Provider with most accurate pricing for Fresno Airterminal-San Francisco flight deals.
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From Fresno Airterminal to San Francisco
One-way flight from Fresno Airterminal to San Francisco
High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Fresno to San Francisco
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This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/236:47 pmFAT - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/278:00 pmSFO - FAT
Nonstop1h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$504
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/237:06 pmFAT - SFO
1 stop14h 40mAlaska Airlines
Fri 12/276:00 amSFO - FAT
1 stop16h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/17$532
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2512:50 pmFAT - SFO
1 stop9h 58mDelta
Wed 1/16:00 amSFO - FAT
2 stops15h 54mDelta
Deal found 12/18$1,040

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FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 1/14

1:41 pm-3:17 pm

1 stop25h 36m

San Francisco

Tue 1/21

7:40 am-1:01 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$162

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 1/9

2:20 pm-3:28 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

San Francisco

Wed 1/15

4:30 pm-5:37 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

$249

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Fri 1/24

6:00 am-11:38 pm

1 stop17h 38m

$117

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 1/23

2:20 pm-3:28 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

$125

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 12/26

10:31 pm-10:51 pm

3 stops24h 20m

$557

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 12/26

6:00 am-12:35 pm

2 stops54h 35m

$2,243

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Deals found on 12/16

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Fresno to San Francisco in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Fresno-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Fresno-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Fresno-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Fresno-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Fresno-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Fresno to San Francisco

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Fresno to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Fresno to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Fresno to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 53 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Fresno to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fresno to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Fresno to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from FAT to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Fresno to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Fresno to San Francisco in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines and United Airlines from Fresno to San Francisco. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

7.5
Good
3,798 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

7.4
Good
9,055 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Fresno to San Francisco?

    San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from Fresno Airterminal. Booking flights from Airterminal (FAT) to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily flights to San Francisco from 1 airline. 0h 59m is how long a flight from Fresno to San Francisco will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Fresno to San Francisco flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Fresno to San Francisco round-trip?

    Flying on Alaska Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $166. Another option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $249 round trip. Alaska Airlines is currently priced 48% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Fresno to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Fresno to San Francisco are Alaska Airlines ($117), United Airlines ($125), and Qatar Airways ($2,243).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Fresno to San Francisco?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Fresno to San Francisco consider choosing Air New Zealand (76%), SkyWest Airlines (75%) or Air Canada (75%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Fresno to San Francisco?

    While on average a flight from Fresno to San Francisco is generally $766, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $148. When looking at the most popular route, (Fresno Airterminal - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $249 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Fresno to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Fresno to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Fresno to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Fresno to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Fresno to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Fresno to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Fresno to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fresno to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Fresno to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Fresno to San Francisco

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United AirlinesCheapest$178Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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